Security Status
- Normal precautions
- High degree of caution
- Avoid non-essential travel
- Do not travel
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- Safety and Security
- Local Laws and Customs
- Health
- Entry requirements
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Overview
Overview
General COVID-19 Travel Advisory in Operation
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Overview
Security status
High Degree of Caution.
Latest Travel Alert
Citizens planning travel abroad should take into account the ongoing risk of testing positive for COVID-19 while abroad and are advised to take out comprehensive travel insurance that includes COVID-19 cover. Before departure and during travel, citizens are advised to monitor our Travel Advice, follow us on Twitter, and register with their nearest Irish Embassy or Consulate.
Travel to Belize
There are no COVID-19 restrictions in place for travel to Belize from Ireland. There is no requirement to present certificates of vaccination/testing for COVID-19, or to complete a Passenger Locator Form.
Public health requirements are subject to change at short notice. Further information is available from the Belize Tourism Board, Travel Belize or Belize Port Authority.
General Travel Advice
As there is no Irish Embassy or Consulate in Belize, we are limited in the help we can offer you in an emergency situation. However, if there is an emergency, the nearest Irish Embassy is in Mexico City.
Safety and Security
Safety and Security
Safety and Security
Crime
You should take precautions against street crime. There have been occasional violent incidents against tourists. You should take particular caution in the Southside area of Belize City due to gun crime and gang-related violence.
Hurricane season
The hurricane season in Belize normally runs from June to November. During the hurricane season, you should monitor updates from local authorities and the media before travelling to or around Belize.
Local Laws and Customs
Local Laws and Customs
Health
Health
Health
Vaccinations
Check with your doctor well in advance of travelling to see if you need any vaccinations for this country.
Zika Virus
Belize may have a risk of Zika virus transmission. Irish citizens, especially those with a weakened immune system, or those who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant are advised to follow the guidance available on the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) at http://www.hpsc.ie/A-Z/Vectorborne/Zika/.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Entry requirements (visa/passport)
If you are unsure of the entry requirements for this country, including visa and other immigration information, ask your travel agent or contact the country’s nearest Embassy or Consulate.
You can also check with them how long your passport must be valid for.
Embassy contact
Embassy Contact
The Embassy operates an out of hours service for Irish citizens requiring emergency assistance on weekends and public holidays.
If you are in need of emergency assistance during these times, you should leave a message on the emergency message system by calling +52 55 5520 5803.
Embassy of Ireland
Cda. Blvd. Avila Camacho, 76-3
Col. Lomas de Chapultepec
11000 México D.F.
Tel: +52 55 5520 5803
Monday to Friday 09:30 to 13:30
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